A lot of people don`t understand what it takes to actually do an entire deal. I`ve seen people get involved with renovation projects that cost more than they initially thought. A lot try to do their own general contracting to decrease the cost. Then they find they can`t put in the new granite countertops because the cabinet guys haven`t installed the cabinets yet. I`ve seen people underestimate what it takes to sell a property. They underestimate the holding costs, the mortgage, insurance, selling expenses, taxes. They think, `If I sell it for $500,000 and buy it for $350,000, I`ll make $150,000.` It`s not like that.
- John BealIn retail, the closer to the street, the more quickly the cycles of renovation.
- Paul MullerOn the other hand, you look around this magnificent part of the Pentagon that has been reconstructed by the renovation folks, and it has every conceivable safety built in.
- Peter MurphyThere were no specific guidelines from the committee, other than it`s supposed to be a focal point for Main street renovation.
- Robert CraigYou see a lot of activity going on there. He`s spent almost $800,000 on his renovation. He plans to have about 30 employees. My client believes he needs the (sign variances) to be seen from all lanes of the parkway.
- Dan TaylorWe are thrilled and honored to host such well-known and admired outdoor sports celebrities. We want to thank all our customers for their patience and understanding during our construction and renovation. We hope they will be pleased with our new look and this year`s line-up of Septemberfest events and activities.
- Kevin AdamsSince then there has been some rethinking and the goal has been raised because we are looking at trying to also generate some operating funds. To get the renovation is one thing, but then once it`s renovated, we need funds to operate it.
- Thomas HillFirst of all, in our first period of office, we were concerned about the renovation of all those old properties you talked about.
- John PrescottAt the time Mr. Schultz was gathering data for his book, Bill Cooper was Town Manager in New Gloucester. Bill`s leadership, and that provided by the town`s elected and appointed officials and volunteers, contributed to the development of the Tax Increment Financing District that encompasses the campus. The cooperation and support offered by local officials provided a positive environment for the Libra Foundation to implement its vision, renovation, and development of Pineland.
- Anne Kinney